Earlier this morning, Senate Majority Floor Leader Vicente Sotto III went on rounds of radio interview, airing his comment about the law. Some of his sentiments are published here. Tito Sotto was known to insert the highly contested libel clause in the law.

I am highly irritated by the air of sarcasm that this senator shows on these interviews. He totally misses the point of the clamor itself, but instead of addressing these points of argument, he verbally pukes out his defense appearing as if he wants public personalities (including him) against online criticisms. He makes the law sounds like it is the Protection of Celebrities and Public Figures Law instead of a law protecting the rights of the people.

I submit that the issue of decriminalization of libel is highly debatable during these times. Freedom of speech is a double-edged sword and must be wielded very responsibly. Although, as a blogger, I would want to reserve and exercise my right to freely express myself; I would always make sure that my expression of this right is within the limits of being responsible. I understand that this may be the primary reasons of those who voted for this law, however, Sotto, sounds like he inserted this clause in order to protect himself personally. His sarcastic remarks work against him, digging his hole to unpopularity.

Personal convictions have no place within the halls of the legislative chambers. Each Member of the Congress acts as the representative of the people and should not air such arrogance as I feel is shown by Sotto. Arrogance may have a place within Senate but it should be backed up, at least, by intellect. This Senator has a history of derailing important and urgent bills and now, we witness how he can sneak out his personal interests in the expense of the general populace. We should be very wary of this person: Sotto should be watched.

Student by day. Nothing to do with his life. Studying molecular biology. A recent failure from a recent movie-blogging journey.

Likes to read books. Fond of theaters and acts sometimes. Tyra Banks worshipper. Plans to be a Neurosurgeon and a professor to throw bitch fits to her students. Movie goer. Has fascinations with high-heeled shoes and sling bags. Likes to French Twist his hair and addicted for something French.

Lost in the clutter of history. Trying to mend the friendship he had broken. Desperately needing someone to talk with. Problematic. Bipolar. Yet, loud and gay (literally).

You can read Gelo’s Demented Musings on his new blog gelolopez.wordpress.com

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